CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. — A man claiming he needed money for HIV medication robbed a Cash Express and Clarksville Police are asking for the public's help identifying him.

At about 4:50 p.m., the man walked into Cash Express at 1671-2 Fort Campbell Boulevard and demanded money from a clerk.

"He told the clerk it was a robbery and that he had HIV and needed money for pills," according to a Clarksville Police Department news release. "He also raised his shirt to display a black handgun in his waistband."

The clerk gave him money and he fled. It is unknown if he left in a vehicle or on foot.

Police released images from a surveillance camera.

In the video he can be heard saying, "HIV positive. I gotta live," as he walked out the door.

The owner of the business is offering an $1,000 reward for tips leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect responsible for the robbery.

Anyone with information is asked to call CPD Detective Kevin Shaw at 931-648-0656 Ext 5389, or call the CrimeStoppers TIPS Hotline at 931-645-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be reported to tthe CrimeStoppers website at www.p3tips.com/591.

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